Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis apologized on social media to Israeli tourists who could not disembark in Syros due to protests advocating for Palestinian rights. Around 300 protesters gathered with Palestinian flags, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The cruise ship MS Crown Iris, carrying 1,600 passengers, was forced to continue to Cyprus without docking. Although Greece has fewer pro-Palestinian protests than other European nations, past demonstrations included dockworker actions against military supplies destined for Israel.
Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis expressed regret towards Israeli tourists being denied access due to protests. He affirmed that antisemitism has no place in Greece.
Around 300 demonstrators on Syros protested against Israeli tourists' arrival, advocating for Palestinian rights amid the blockade causing starvation in Gaza.
The protest resulted in the MS Crown Iris not docking in Syros, with Israeli passengers reacting angrily and making insulting remarks towards protesters.
Fewer pro-Palestinian demonstrations occur in Greece compared to other European countries, although previous anti-Israel actions have taken place, such as dockworkers opposing military shipments.
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